Our organization recently worked with Kubica LaForest Consulting on a corporate rebranding and web development project. Mr. Kubica and Ms. LaForest had a very strong ability to identify our corporate strengths, understand the market space that we work in and translate that information into a solid corporate brand strategy. It has been a real pleasure to work with a company that promises a high-quality deliverable on-time and within budget.
Results
Examples of Client Successes
- One of our clients, who we are working with on strategy and branding initiatives, experienced a 38% revenue increase (2009 to 2010). In 2011, they are on track to have a year over year revenue increase greater than 40%. Net profit has also increased significantly.
- Working with an early stage services provider, we are helping them build a company culture as they grow approximately 100% a year through organic growth and acquisition. As part of this initiative we conduct an annual employee climate survey to assess the "state of the employees", their opinions, issues and suggestions on improvement. We are now working with this company, whose revenue is in excess of $60M, to develop and solidify a brand.
- A client in the northeast engaged us to help them develop a strategic direction and focus for their business growth. As a small growing company, they defined a market niche and executed their business development strategy within the defined niche with positive results. We also helped them define their brand, upgrade their website and branding message.
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- Improved supervisory and leadership skills which promote management effectiveness for change and growth
- Worked with organizations to create an environment of employee ownership/engagement in the change process, improving morale and talent retention
- Increased focus on collaboration and business goals versus internal conflicts / employee issues
- Helped organizations improve meeting and conference performance resulting in greater participation and producing targeted / actionable outcomes
- Worked with CEO of a multi-company organization to develop a new management structure for a merging subsidiary
- Helped multidiscipline healthcare team design and implement a new continuum of service capability in a new service line.
- Helped a research-focused organization develop a consulting sales capability
- Staff development/improved intellectual capacity (acquired knowledge and skills)
- Improve ability, quality and timeliness of executive team to make decisions and implement new strategies
- Worked with executive teams to create focus and alignment on agreed upon company objectives
- Improved management / board relations – clearly defined board versus management roles and mutual expectations
- Worked with executive teams to achieve consensus on a strategic vision for the organization, and to develop actions plans and personal accountability for achieving organizational objectives
- Clarify and create compelling organizational mission, vision and values
- Improved engagement by governing board
- Improved supervisory and leadership skills which promote management effectiveness for change or growth
- Improved client relations resulting in new, return and referral business
- Identified key relationships and opportunities for improvement
- Align products, services and communications with client needs
- Worked with health care software company to transition it from a technology –focused organization to a marketing/customer-focused organization
- Translate organizational goals and objectives into meaningful, client centered messages.
- Created a competitive advantage for an organization by working with them to differentiate their products and supporting services
- Worked with market research organization to help adapt to the changing demands of the marketplace
- Creating competitive advantage by differentiating an organizations products and services
- Increased professionalism and enhanced corporate image, resulting in the attraction of higher caliber employee and client/membership prospects
- Improved supervisory and leadership skills which promote management effectiveness for change and growth
- Worked with a clinical practitioner in a healthcare organizations successfully transition into an effective department head
- Worked with a consulting services director successfully transition to executive director of the US office of a multinational research organization
- Helped an executive transition from a large international consulting company to a successful founder and consultant for his own company
- Worked in developing an integration strategy for two merging organizations
What Our Clients Say About Us...
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I have been in health care for many years as practitioner, teacher, administrator and board chair. As a result, I have met with a number of consultant/advisors. I believe the Kubica-LaForest team is as good, if not better, than any with whom I have worked. Their consulting, facilitating and analytical skills combined with their business acumen and team energy would put them among the best, if not the best of all. I recommend them without hesitation and with enthusiasm.
Our company was at a serious crossroads with both internal and external pressures contributing to a company-wide malaise that threatened our very existence. The time Sara and Tony spent with our management team has proven invaluable. Our first meeting was the best 3 hours our team has spent together in at least 5 years. Once taboo subjects were tackled and we have moved on together in a positive direction. Best of all what we learned has transferred into our dealings with our employees, resulting in a happier, more focused work force.
You assisted the company with transitioning to a new management team and development of a strategic business plan. Your business expertise and insightful analysis and advice enabled our company to clarify our message streamline our products and identify the right target audience. Through your collaboration IHS has been stabilized and is now on path to growth.
I strongly recommend you to businesses and individuals seeking effective business consulting and coaching.
Your work with the Hogan Assessments provided a powerful structure by which we could safely and effectively explore our retrospective strengths and weaknesses. Unlike other personality tests we have taken (i.e., the MBTI and DISC) the Hogan focuses specifically on our tendencies and implications for the success of our partnership and our business. Tony and Sara's coaching and interpretive work was powerful, insightful and has created a new awareness for us.
You guided us to recognize where we are now and where we need to go if we are to grow into the organization we want to be. You took us from individuals rambling about in our vision and our goals and pointed us, as a group, in one direction—you helped us layout a roadmap. You were able to bring out the best in all of us and set us on an agreed-to course of action. I was amazed at how easily you maintained control and kept us focused. It was my pleasure and a privilege to attend your conference.
You helped me successfully transition from a scientific consultant role to Operations Director – US for my global consultancy. Your insight and guidance on the difference in operational responsibilities between the two positions better prepared me for managing the people and achieving the performance required from an Operations Director. Also, you helped me to visualize and implement changes in the organizational structure to enhance efficiency and maximize quality of our research and deliverables.
"I've served on many a Board and still learned plenty as a result of your effort."
Thank you for the stellar workshop. I've served on many a Board and still learned plenty as a result of your effort.
There was a moment of clarity when it all came together and our Board grew by leaps and bounds. As we transition from a special interest board into a 501C3 charitable board your words and outlines will serve us well.
"Your time made what could have been an uncomfortable and unproductive mess a smashing success."
Your time made what could have been an uncomfortable and unproductive mess a smashing success. Thanks so much!
You were extremely helpful in moving our board to focus on our future goals… we now have a plan to guide us to future successes. Your enthusiasm and professionalism kept our board engaged the entire retreat.
Your concept about your work not only keeping companies in business, but also improving their bottom line is right on. I like to think of it in terms of efficiency. If you avoid screw ups, limit self sabotaging behaviors that muck things up, your organization will naturally run more efficiently with fewer distractions that eat up time, success and, ultimately, profit.
Just wanted to say – nicely done – on your presentation on Succession Planning. It was very well organized and presented at a real and practical level. Good take aways as I picked up a number of items/refreshers that I can use immediately. Well worth my time.
I wait for your post, I started a small business with Avon, and I watch your post for encouragement and for ideas on what I need to do to build my client base and my business. Thank you.
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